Broadleaf sermountain (Laserpitium latifolium, Sp. Pl.: 248 (1753))

Family: Apiaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 248 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Laserpitium

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe

Description

Broadleaf sermountain, known scientifically as Laserpitium latifolium, is a distinguished member of the Apiaceae family. First catalogued in 1753, this enduring species has long been a subject of botanical interest. The versatile nature of broadleaf sermountain sees it thrive across various parts of Europe, where it is commonly found in diverse habitats ranging from meadows to forest edges.

The broadleaf sermountain is notable for its wide leaves, from which it derives its common name. These leaves are typically broad and flat, providing the plant with unique photosynthetic advantages in its native environments. Stalwart and robust, the Laserpitium latifolium demonstrates a remarkable ability to adapt, ensuring its persistence across its native range.

The foliage of the broadleaf sermountain is not just of biological interest but also contributes to the ecological balance, offering food and habitat to various insects and animals. Being part of the Apiaceae family, this plant shares a lineage with other well-known aromatic herbs and medicinal plants, although its primary allure lies in its hardiness and structural beauty.

In academic references, broadleaf sermountain is often cited under its scientific name with the bibliographic detail ‘Sp. Pl.: 248 (1753)’, acknowledging the work of L., the botanist who described it. Plant enthusiasts and scholars alike appreciate the historical and botanical significance of Laserpitium latifolium, as it continues to be a subject of study and admiration in European botanical circles.

In conclusion, the broadleaf sermountain stands out not only for its imposing foliage and adaptability but also for its historical and scientific significance. Its presence in Europe enriches the local flora, adding both beauty and ecological value to the regions it inhabits.

Common Names

Dan: bredbladet foldfrø, foldfrø
Deu: breitblättriges laserkraut
Nor: hvitrot
Eng: broadleaf sermountain, broad-leaved sermountain, broad-leaved
Lav: platlapu bezgale
Swe: spenört
En: Broadleaf sermountain, Broad-leaved Sermountain, Broad-leaved, Laserwort
Be: Гладыш шыракалісты
Bg: Широколистен лазерпициум
Ca: Laserpici latifoli
Cs: Hladýš širolistý
Da: Bredbladet foldfrø, Foldfrø
Nl: Breed Lazerkruid, Breedbladig Laserkruid
Et: Laialehine kareputk
Fi: Karvasputki, Lehtokarvasputki
Fr: Laser à feuilles larges, Laser à larges feuilles, Laser blanc
De: Breitblättriges Laserkraut, Breites Laserkraut, Großes Laserkraut
It: Laserpizio erba-nocitola
Lv: Platlapu bezgale
Lt: Plačialapis begalis
No: Kvitrot, Hvitrot
Pl: Okrzyn szerokolistny
Sv: Spenört

Synonyms

Distribution

• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Corse (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Italy (native)
• Norway (native)
• Poland (native)
• Romania (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Belgium (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Jul 2, 2021 by Manū (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 28, 2020 by André Hyvrier (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 30, 2020 by Sylvain Piry (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 2, 2021 by Manū (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 28, 2020 by André Hyvrier (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken May 30, 2022 by Lars Wingqvist (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 23, 2020 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 30, 2020 by Sylvain Piry (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 2, 2021 by Manū (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Thierry Pernot (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 13, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 28, 2021 by Tony Scherrer (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 30, 2020 by Sylvain Piry (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 13, 2021 by Toblu (cc-by-sa)

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Habit

Taken Jul 6, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 3, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Marie PORTAS (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 6, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 23, 2020 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 2, 2021 by Manū (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Aug 3, 2020 by Polinella (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Thierry Pernot (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 5, 2022 by Fabrice Rubio (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Thierry Pernot (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Jul 17, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 6, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 6, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 6, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 6, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/6026401)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:844027-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Laserpitium latifolium L.)

Specifications

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 7.0

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 5

Bloom months: [‘jul’, ‘aug’]

Soil nutriments: 6